Pentax K-3 III vs Sigma SD15
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Pentax K-3 III vs Sigma SD15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600000
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 820g - 135 x 104 x 74mm
- Launched March 2021
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 750g - 144 x 107 x 81mm
- Launched February 2010
- Earlier Model is Sigma SD14

Pentax K-3 III vs Sigma SD15 Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Pentax K-3 III vs Sigma SD15, both Advanced DSLR cameras by competitors Pentax and Sigma. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the K-3 III (26MP) and SD15 (5MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

The K-3 III was launched 11 years later than the SD15 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the K-3 III scores versus the SD15 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Pentax K-3 III vs Sigma SD15 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-3 Mark III & Sigma SD15. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax K-3 III Gallery & Sigma SD15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-3 III over the Sigma SD15
K-3 III | SD15 | |||
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Launched | March 2021 | ![]() | February 2010 | More recent by 136 months |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+1160k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD15 over the Pentax K-3 III
SD15 | K-3 III |
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Common features in the Pentax K-3 III and Sigma SD15
K-3 III | SD15 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Pentax K-3 III vs Sigma SD15 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Pentax K-3 III offers exterior measurements of 135mm x 104mm x 74mm (5.3" x 4.1" x 2.9") with a weight of 820 grams (1.81 lbs) and the Sigma SD15 has sizing of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).
Compare the Pentax K-3 III vs Sigma SD15 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the K-3 III and the SD15.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the K-3 III and SD15 is 58 and 59 respectively.

Pentax K-3 III vs Sigma SD15 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements just by checking out technical specs. The photograph here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the K-3 III and SD15.
As you can tell, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Pentax K-3 III to provide more detail utilizing its extra 21 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The newer K-3 III is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.

Pentax K-3 III vs Sigma SD15 Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax K-3 III vs Sigma SD15 Specifications
Pentax K-3 Mark III | Sigma SD15 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Pentax | Sigma |
Model type | Pentax K-3 Mark III | Sigma SD15 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2021-03-31 | 2010-02-20 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | True II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23 x 15.5mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 356.5mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 26 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 6192 x 4128 | 2640 x 1760 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600000 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 101 | - |
Cross type focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Pentax KAF2 | Sigma SA |
Available lenses | 156 | 76 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,620 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 96% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.6x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 12.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | - |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto + Red-eye Reduction, Flash On, Flash On + Red-eye Reduction, Slow- speed Sync, Slow-speed Sync + Red-eye, P-TTL, Contrast-control-sync, High-speed sync, Wireless sync | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/200s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 820g (1.81 pounds) | 750g (1.65 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 135 x 104 x 74mm (5.3" x 4.1" x 2.9") | 144 x 107 x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 800 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI90 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported in slot 1) | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | Dual | Single |
Pricing at launch | $1,999 | $1,500 |